6th-8th Social Studies Teacher (SY 24-25)

Reports to: Principal 

Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits 

Location: Chicago, IL 

WE ARE ACERO 

Acero Schools teachers realize that success is built on relationships - with students, families  and colleagues. Our teachers focus their work on student learning and wholeheartedly  believe that all students can learn and demonstrate that with innovation and sharing best  practices. As a teacher with Acero Schools, an individual is responsible for the academic  growth of their students, and is relentless and resilient in their pursuit.  

Our teachers lead the curriculum, instruction, and assessment for students to whom they  are assigned. They use proven educational models for social-emotional learning,  

personalized learning, and data-driven differentiated instruction in a culturally-sensitive  manner. 

JOIN OUR TEAM  

• A team of driven individuals who contribute to, respect and serve in our communities. 
• A team of professional collaborators leading students and supporting their educational paths. 
• A team who embodies the values of achievement, community, equity, resilience and optimism.

• Ensure high academic standards, set goals and do what it takes to achieve them. 
• Differentiate curriculum, instruction, and individualized learning plans to meet  individual student needs. 
• Develop positive relationships with students. 
• Develop positive relationships with families for the purpose of creating support for students and their growth. 
• Manage classroom behavior in a respectful manner that is consistent with the school  wide rules and Acero Schools Student Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with instructional leaders to develop and execute a Professional Growth Plan for your development. 
• Clearly and accurately communicate with administration, colleagues, students,  parents, and the larger academic community to improve academic outcomes for all  students. 
• Exhibit professionalism, leadership, and personal responsibility for daily work and  attendance, personal appearance, student learning, and school success. 
• Demonstrate collegial behavior and make positive contributions to the school  community. 
• Believe in our ability to create the future we envision.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Be able to demonstrate the academic progress of students under your leadership and articulate the methods used to achieve those results.
• Possess valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or equivalent (required).
• Possess valid Illinois 5-8 Social Science endorsement (required).
• Residency in Chicago is not required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (required).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS 

The nature of the work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment,  collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files, and an ability  to communicate and exchange information. Physical demands include the ability to stand,  bend, reach high and low, stoop, and walk around the classroom 60% of the day. In  addition, candidates must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20 lbs. for short periods  of time, and walk up and down stairs several times a day. 

Majority of work is performed in a general school environment. Position requires availability  for extended hours plus non-traditional hours required to perform job duties. Also requires  participation and attendance at organization-sponsored events and meetings. 

NOTE: The foregoing list of essential duties and responsibilities is intended to be  representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily  descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not  preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical  assignment to the position. 

Acero Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals. Acero Schools  does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual  orientation, or national or ethnic origin. 

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